Stick On Napkin

ABSTRACT

The stick on napkin is fabricated of a durable, absorbent paper material rendered in the shape of an oversized man&#39;s fashionable necktie. Located underneath the top portion of the napkin just above the neckline, thin strips of an adhesive tape serves to secure the unit to the collar or over a real necktie worn by a diner.

CLAIM OF PRIORITY

This patent application claims priority under 35 USC 119(e)(1) from U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61/822,460 filed May 13, 2013, of common inventorship herewith entitled, “Stick On Napkin.”

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

1. Field of the Invention

This invention relates generally to a stick on napkin and, more particularly, the invention relates to a stick on napkin providing an oversized napkin, creatively shaped in the form of a necktie for covering the front of the clothing while eating.

2. Description of the Prior Art

While basking the ambiance of a cozy restaurant or relaxing around the family dinner table are delightful ways to enjoy a meal, these pleasant times can often result in a frustrating experience. Particularly, accidentally spilling a beverage down the front of a shirt or dropping crumbs of food into the lap can be extremely embarrassing. Dining out with a date or a business client, pasta sauces trickling onto a blouse or bits of oily chicken falling on the lapels of a dinner jacket unfortunately take away from a professional or pleasing appearance. In addition to embarrassment, food stains can often ruin clothing. While costly dry cleaning may help remove some of the stains, some oils and greases can indelibly mar a beloved outfit or accessory. As a result, an accidental food spill can lead to expensive wardrobe replacement.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a front perspective view illustrating several versions of a stick on napkin, constructed in accordance with the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a rear perspective view illustrating an oversized necktie stick on napkin showing adhesive to apply the device to the neck of a garment worn by a user and a peel off cover to expose the adhesive.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

As illustrated in FIGS. 1 and 2, the present invention is a stick on napkin providing an oversized napkin, creatively shaped in the form of a necktie for covering the front of the clothing while eating.

The stick on napkin of the present invention is fabricated of a durable, absorbent paper material rendered in the shape of an oversized man's fashionable necktie; as such, the napkin features a tapered top section that expands in width toward the bottom, culminating in a triangular point. Located underneath the top portion of the napkin just above the neckline, thin strips of an adhesive tape 14 serves to secure the unit to the collar or over a real necktie worn by a diner. The adhesive tape further comprises a peel-off cover 16.

In addition to the tie-shaped covering, the napkin can also comprise a triangle, square or rectangle shape, or any other shape to adequate protect a diner's clothing.

The oversized tie shape stick on napkin is offered in a vast array of colors and styles, including but not limited to solids, stripes, and geometrical patterns in various hues. The stick on napkin provides a means of coordinating the napkin with one's existing necktie or the rest of their sartorial ensemble. Additionally, the napkin can be adorned with logos and company names of eateries which provides this product for patron use; in this manner, the napkin offers a unique, cost-effective means of advertising the businesses. Packaged in bulk, the napkin can be sold in boxes containing up to one hundred (100) disposable units.

Use of the stick on napkin of the present invention is very simple and straightforward. First, users remove a stick on napkin “tie” from its packaging. Before dining, the user removes the paper covering the adhesive tape and presses the top of the tie flush against the clothing at the base of the neck. After adjusting the napkin so that it completely shields the front of the shirt and existing tie, or even the front of a blouse or dress, the user is then ready to enjoy a comfortable, confident meal. Any errant spills are immediately caught by the napkin. After use, the napkin can be easily removed with a gentle tug on the adhesive tape, and disposed in the closest garbage receptacle.

There are many significant benefits and advantages associated with the stick on napkin of the present invention. Foremost, the stick on napkin provides effective protection for the clothing against possible stains while eating. Manufactured of a durable, recyclable paper material, this handy, environmentally friendly product serves as a shield against wine spills and sauce drippings while preventing these spills from soaking through to the clothing. In this manner, the napkin eliminates the need to wrestle with linen napkins that must also be continuously washed, wasting water as well as time. By donning the napkin, users can avoid leaving a restaurant with their clothes peppered with embarrassing stains that can detract from a pleasing or professional appearance. Moreover, the napkin effectively saves users money by sparing them expensive dry cleaning bills and high clothing replacement costs. Perhaps the most unique facet of the napkin is its stylish design. Shaped in the form of an oversized man's necktie, the napkin provides an eye-catching, fashionable way to cover the clothing while eating. Not only shielding expensive neckwear, dress shirts, and sport coats from spills, the universal napkin can be easily used by women as well, offering them a novel way to cover their clothing from the risk of food stains. Lightweight and very easy to use, the napkin can be applied and removed in a matter of seconds. Perfect for home use, the napkin is also a much appreciated accessory that can be offered by restaurants and other dining establishments for use by their patrons, instilling good will in diners while also displaying company logos and names that lend an elegant, creative advertising component to the product.

The stick on napkin of the present invention offers users an easy and convenient means of shielding the clothing while eating. Versatile as well as practical, the napkin protects diners from embarrassing clothing stains while also preventing the clothing from being irreparably ruined.

The foregoing exemplary descriptions and the illustrative preferred embodiments of the present invention have been explained in the drawings and described in detail, with varying modifications and alternative embodiments being taught. While the invention has been so shown, described and illustrated, it should be understood by those skilled in the art that equivalent changes in form and detail may be made therein without departing from the true spirit and scope of the invention, and that the scope of the present invention is to be limited only to the claims except as precluded by the prior art. Moreover, the invention as disclosed herein may be suitably practiced in the absence of the specific elements which are disclosed herein. 

What is claimed is:
 1. A stick on napkin comprising: a durable, absorbent paper material in the shape of an oversized man's fashionable necktie; wherein the napkin comprises a tapered top section that expands in width toward the bottom, culminating in a triangular point.
 2. The stick on napkin of claim 1 further comprising one or more strips of adhesive tape located at the top of the napkin.
 3. The stick on napkin of claim 2 further comprising a peel-off cover on the adhesive tape.
 4. A stick on napkin comprising triangle, square or rectangle shape, or any other shape to adequate protect a diner's clothing.
 5. The stick on napkin of claim 2, wherein the napkin is made from material having color, and including but not limited to solids, stripes, and geometrical patterns in various hues.
 6. The stick on napkin of claim 4, wherein the napkin is made from material having color, and including but not limited to solids, stripes, and geometrical patterns in various hues.
 7. The stick on napkin of claim 5, further including a logo or company name of an eatery which provides the napkin for patron use.
 8. The stick on napkin of claim 6, further including a logo or company name of an eatery which provides the napkin for patron use. 